Lautus Pharma Announces Acquisition and
Re-launch of GlyDerm Skincare Line

Esterified Glycolic Acid Skincare Line to be featured at Upcoming
Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Meetings

American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

AAD 72nd Annual Meeting

March 20, 2014 09:51 AM Eastern Daylight Time

SUMMIT, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lautus Pharmaceuticals, LLC announced today that it is re-launching the
GlyDerm brand of physician-dispensed skin care products. The company
will be presenting the line at the American Academy of Dermatology
Annual Meeting in Denver Colorado, March 21-24 and the American Society
of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in San Francisco, April 24-29 as it works
to re-establish top of mind brand awareness with dermatologists and
plastic surgeons. Lautus, a privately held pharmaceutical company
focused on the dermatology and aesthetics market, recently acquired the
brand from BioZone Laboratories, Inc.

The GlyDerm skincare line is built around its esterified glycolic acid
peels which are marketed for professional use and range in strength from
20-70%. Chemical peels, which include glycolic acid peels, rank as one
of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures in the US, with 1.2
million peels performed last year, according to the American Society of
Plastic Surgeons.1 Physicians use glycolic acid peels to help
their patients achieve a smoother skin texture and reduce the appearance
of fine lines and wrinkles.

“Glycolic acid, a naturally derived alpha hydroxy acid, can be
irritating to the skin, explains Lautus President and CEO Steve Bosacki.
“GlyDerm peels are uniquely formulated with a proprietary form of
esterified glycolic acid. Our unique esterification process creates a
time-released delivery of glycolic acid allowing us to deliver gentle,
full-potency glycolic acid without the unwanted irritation and clinical
unpredictability of other glycolic formulations.” http://www.glydermusa.com/glycolic-science/

The original GlyDerm line was created by board-certified dermatologist
Marvin E. Klein, M.D. and has been trusted by dermatologists and plastic
surgeons for over 20 years. At the height of its popularity, GlyDerm was
sold in 30 countries. Although the brand has been continuously sold
since 1992, it has not been actively promoted for the past eight years.

“GlyDerm is the best glycolic acid product on the market,” says Patrick
G. LePore, Chairman of Lautus. “Although the brand has been flying under
the radar in the physician-dispensed aesthetics category, it has a loyal
customer base from Beverly Hills to New York City because of its proven
track record of safety and efficacy.” To increase brand awareness and
drive sales, Lautus is developing a multi-faceted plan that includes a
dedicated sales force, customer training and marketing support and a
sampling program. “In addition to re-connecting with our existing
customers and introducing the brand to new users, we’re developing new
and innovative products like our Vitamin C Serum which uses QuSome®
technology to encapsulate L-ascorbic acid allowing it to penetrate the
skin to stimulate collagen synthesis and reduce the signs of aging,”
says Mr. LePore. http://www.glydermusa.com/glycolic-science/

Biography Information

Patrick G. LePore is the former Chairman and CEO of generic drug company
Par Pharmaceutical which was recently acquired by affiliates of TPG, a
global investment firm. Steve Bosacki is the former Senior Vice
President and General Counsel for Oceana Therapeutics, a pharmaceutical
company focused on the gastroenterology space, which was recently
acquired by Salix Pharmaceuticals. The two first collaborated at Boron
LePore and Associates, which specialized in providing outsourced
promotional, marketing and education services to the pharmaceutical
industry and was acquired by Cardinal Health.

About Lautus Pharmaceuticals, LLC

Lautus Pharmaceuticals, LLC is a privately held pharmaceutical company
headquartered in Summit, NJ. Lautus is dedicated to providing safe,
effective and innovative products that promote and maintain beautiful
and healthy skin.